May 15 Wednesday
Discover Girl Scout summer camps! Families and girls in grades 2-5 are invited to join us for an event filled with fun activities and a sneak peek into camp life. From mastering outdoor skills to exploring crafts and STEM, get a taste of the excitement that awaits at our overnight camps.
Let this event kick-off your summer of adventure, friendship, and fun! Open to both Girl Scouts and non-members alike, no experience necessary. Don’t miss out on the chance to make this summer unforgettable!
Can’t join us? No problem! Visit our website to explore our camp offerings and ignite your summer adventure: https://bit.ly/gsmecamp.
Ground yourself in nature and elevate your spirit with Outdoor Yoga Payson Park.
These outdoor yoga classes blend movement, breath, and mindfulness amidst the serene backdrop of open skies and fresh air. Suitable for all-levels, this class promises not just a workout for your body, but a refreshing escape for your soul.
Stay active, breathe deep, and connect with nature throughout the summer with classes every Wednesday evening from May - September.
May 17 Friday
You're invited to our fifth annual climate convergence, keynoted by Living on Earth's Steve Curwood and polar scientist Dr. Susana Hancock. Mark your calendar to join us Friday, May 17th and Saturday, May 18th in Norway for two days of inspiration, knowledge sharing, and power building. Dr. Susana Hancock will join us on Friday, and Steve Curwood will join us on Saturday. Find more details and register at https://www.ecologybasedeconomy.org/2030vision
All Birders Welcome!
Island Heritage Trust’s Annual Wings, Waves, & Woods Festival is a volunteer-run, non-profit event that makes birding accessible to all. The Festival offers a mix of activities surrounding birding, boating, nature, history, and creativity. The popular boat trip to Seal Island offers sightings of Atlantic Puffins, Razorbills, Northern Gannets, and others. Up to two dozen species of warblers can be seen on the various guided walks on Island Heritage Trust’s preserves, as well as shorebirds nesting and breeding along our extensive shoreline. Attend just one activity, or enjoy an entire weekend experiencing the vibrant lands and working waterfront of Deer Isle – Stonington Maine. Learn more on our website: islandheritagetrust.org/wings-waves-woods-2024
May 18 Saturday
The annual Boots and Brews 5K celebrates the past and future of Freeport—a gem of Maine’s coast!
From its shoemaking past (in addition to L. L. Bean, Freeport was once home to over 30 shoe and boot factories!) to its current status as a craft beer destination, Freeport has so many stories to tell.
Join us for a 5K downtown, stick around to sample brews from across town (featuring Brickyard Hollow, Gritty McDuff’s, Maine Beer Company, Goodfire Brewing, and Mast Landing Brewing), and get outdoors in Freeport, Maine!
May 19 Sunday
3rd annual Distinguished Gentleman's Ride (DGR). DGR is a fundraising event featuring classic style motorcycles and dressed-up riders. Proceeds go to the Movember Foundation to benefit mens health initiatives from prostate cancer research to suicide awareness.
Riders must register ($50 minimum donation) but spectators are welcome and encouraged to support the ride and/or riders.
Note: Parking on the pier is limited to motorcycles the morning of the event. Parking is available elsewhere in the Old Port area.
Immerse yourself in a rejuvenating outdoor yoga experience hosted by Impact Horse on the Eastern Promenade.
Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with nature and find inner peace alongside beloved miniature therapy horse, Toast.
60-minute, beginner friendly yoga classes are guided by Ashley Flowers, who will encourage you to breathe, relax, and unwind while supporting Impact Horse's mission to make a positive impact through equine therapy.
May 20 Monday
Join Maine Conservation Alliance for an Earth Day Beach Cleanup at Old Orchard Beach on Saturday, April 20 from 10 AM - 12 PM!
The first 50 participants to arrive will receive FREE “Earth Day” reusable tote bags and Stonington Blend Organic Plant Food courtesy of Coast of Maine.
We are so excited to partner with Blue Ocean Society for Marine Conservation and to welcome our friends from the Maine Audubon Coastal Birds Project to feature a short presentation on endangered Piping Plovers. There will be a raffle with gear provided by Patagonia!
Thank you to our generous sponsors: Bristol Seafood, Coast of Maine Organics, Dirigo Solar, Lee Auto, and Luke's Lobster. And, a shout out to the Holy Donut and Trader Joe's for providing treats!
You won’t want to miss it — sign up today!